Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

Don't miss this unique opportunity to work with patients who are at risk and require treatment for sexually transmitted infections and tuberculosis. Sexually transmitted infections have been increasing nationally and locally; prevention through treatment and contact investigation is a priority for the Department of Public Health. This is your opportunity to support public health in its efforts to reduce and stop the spread of these infectious diseases and to train healthcare providers to be part of the public health system.

Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on health equity and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.

We require:

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner educational program
• Must possess a valid unrestricted license to practice as a Nurse practitioner issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and be in good standing

We also value:

• Clinical experience with emphasis on chronic care or treatment of communicable diseases
• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish

Job contributions include:

• Obtain and document patient health histories, perform patient examinations, assess patient needs, establish working diagnoses, and determine and perform appropriate medical procedures based on clinical findings and diagnosis
• Provides patient care services during regular clinic hours, assigned weekend and evening coverage, including travel to clinic and outreach sites throughout Maricopa County to deliver healthcare services in community-based settings
• Document subjective and objective findings in a complete and organized manner. Prepare client assessments and client plans in a clear, logical manner
• Prescribe and dispense medication in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Provide basic health education and counseling
• Coordinate medical resources to meet patient needs
• Order appropriate imaging and laboratory tests as indicated. Able to interpret all lab results, view and interpret CXR, and apply towards diagnosis and treatment plan
• Assist with the development of teaching curricula for sexually transmitted infections and tuberculosis (including latent tuberculosis) that meet the needs of a variety of healthcare professionals and students in training in collaboration with experienced colleagues based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other standards
• Upon completion of training, serves on a rotational basis as the provider on-call to receive high-priority public health reports during night, weekend, and holiday hours, and provides medical or infection control guidance to healthcare providers with back-up support from a public health physician
• Teach healthcare workers in training (including nursing, nurse practitioners, and medical students, medical residents, and fellows) how to obtain a health history, screen for, perform a clinical examination, and diagnose and treat tuberculosis, latent tuberculosis, and sexually transmitted diseases.

Working conditions include:

• Telework is not available; position will work primarily in a clinical setting, but may have the opportunity to work in a field setting or mobile healthcare unit
• Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and requires walking/standing to a significant degree
• Employees must have reliable transportation, and may have to travel to another location if coverage is needed
• Valid Arizona driver's license is required upon hire
• Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency
• Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete and pass a background check
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification is required upon hire
• Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test

Selection procedure includes:

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process.